Certificate in Social Work & Community Development

Why this certificate advances your career

Donors and governments demand evidence, safeguarding, and professional conduct. You learn participatory methods, case documentation, child protection basics, and M&E fundamentals that make you effective on day one in the field.

A CDACC certificate validates your skills for NGO contracts, county social services, and international development entry roles.

Progress to the related JITC diploma programme with credit recognition where applicable.

Who should enrol

• Community volunteers seeking formal credentials
• NGO and county government staff
• Youth workers and programme assistants
• Students progressing to diploma in social work

Learning outcomes

• Mobilise and facilitate community action
• Manage cases using ethical social work principles
• Apply child protection and safeguarding procedures
• Plan and monitor small community projects
• Complete field attachment and CDACC assessment

Programme coverage

1. 1 Introduction to social work and community development
2. 2 Social work ethics and Kenyan policy context
3. 3 Community needs assessment and mobilisation
4. 4 Case management and referral systems
5. 5 Child protection and gender inclusion
6. 6 Project planning, budgeting and M&E basics
7. 7 Field attachment and professional report writing

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